Festive Spaghetti 'n' Meatballs Recipe

"When I don't have enough time to make spaghetti sauce from scratch, I dress up a store-bought jar with fresh vegetables and frozen meatballs," says Mary Ann Kosmas of Minneapolis, Minnesota. "A touch of wine makes it special."

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Directions

In a large saucepan, saute the mushrooms, green pepper and onion in oil until crisp-tender; stir in wine or water. Bring to a boil; cook for 2 minutes. Stir in spaghetti sauce and meatballs. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until meatballs are heated through.

Serve meatballs and sauce with spaghetti.Yield: 4 servings.

Originally published as Festive Spaghetti N Meatballs in Quick Cooking
January/February 2004, p52